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Forum: General Discussion 04-27-2015, 11:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,195
Posted By ByronR
Here's a F.Y.I. Not sure how much its worth...

Here's a F.Y.I. Not sure how much its worth because my memory is a bit tentative about the particulars. Anyway, my dad had a sheet metal shop (2nd generation). He was old school when it was state of...
Forum: Shop Safety 09-10-2013, 12:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 18,096
Posted By ByronR
I feel for ya James. Small goofs can have huge...

I feel for ya James. Small goofs can have huge consequences. Two other issues come to mind. .
The day I retired (2005) I was installing florescent fixtures in my garage/workshop. Reached a little...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 01-03-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,774
Posted By ByronR
[QUOTE=Truckntran Bill;65756 There was also...

[QUOTE=Truckntran Bill;65756

There was also a youtube video a little while back of a guy making a bowl in some asian country that was incredible. Anyone have the link for that one? Great teaching...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 01-03-2013, 09:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,814
Posted By ByronR
Great craftsman Great teacher Generous with...

Great craftsman
Great teacher
Generous with your time

Thanks, and congratulations.
Forum: General Discussion 12-11-2012, 12:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,835
Posted By ByronR
Brilliant devotion to speed, but a bit short...

Brilliant devotion to speed, but a bit short sited when it came to brakes. When it was pointed out that his cars fell a bit short in that area, he commented "I build my cars to go, not stop."
Forum: Basic questions and answers 12-04-2012, 11:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 19,717
Posted By ByronR
It's great to get some really basic information...

It's great to get some really basic information like this. A lot of us are still working our way up the learning curve. Another great resource for this subject is here: ...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 11-11-2012, 01:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,900
Posted By ByronR
If it was mine, I would find and old filler cap,...

If it was mine, I would find and old filler cap, fit it with a Schrader valve, and pump air into the tank, until it "pops". My dad did this for me with a steel tank and a soldered fitting over the...
Forum: Heads Up Announcements 11-06-2012, 03:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 13,764
Posted By ByronR
Second these comments.

Second these comments.
Forum: Automotive Projects 09-28-2012, 01:09 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 28,685
Posted By ByronR
"This guy was a good customer and was not silly...

"This guy was a good customer and was not silly about cost".

A good craftsman who appreciates a good customer will always have work. Unfortunately, this attitude is too often the exception rather...
Forum: General Discussion 08-19-2012, 11:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,210
Posted By ByronR
I did an internet search re: this issue. Wow!...

I did an internet search re: this issue. Wow! What a can of worms.
See:

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=573500

and
...
Forum: Automotive Projects 03-31-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,506
Posted By ByronR
David, The demeanor of your response is...

David,

The demeanor of your response is appreciated as much as your shaping advice. It serves as example to all of us that differences of opinion need not be confrontational. Thanks for the post....
Forum: Basic questions and answers 03-04-2012, 12:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,737
Posted By ByronR
You may want to consider a Henrob OA torch. I...

You may want to consider a Henrob OA torch. I think they may be able to cut over 3/4" stock. See http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rI05DlHz-I&feature=related
Forum: Introductions 02-18-2012, 11:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,070
Posted By ByronR
Hi Mike, You'll learn lots here. I still don't...

Hi Mike,
You'll learn lots here. I still don't know much, but I know a lot more than I used to because of the talent freely shared here.
Forum: General Discussion 02-05-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,162
Posted By ByronR
This is what I came up with last year after...

This is what I came up with last year after finding these rare earth magnets at HF for, I think, $2.00 for pack of 10. Epoxied the mags to joist hanger nails. Lot's of hold, and you can (lightly)...
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 01-27-2012, 10:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,733
Posted By ByronR
Spot weld aluminium

New Lazze tip passed on from "old Italian" guy via student. If you shape or form Al, you should take a look. See ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcgC3V3mkcw&feature=related
Forum: Automotive Projects 01-22-2012, 02:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,300
Posted By ByronR
Same question. Great technique Ben, but how did...

Same question. Great technique Ben, but how did you get the sides to "sit still?"

Edit: Ben, you got the answer in while I was composing the question. Thanks.
Forum: Events 01-10-2012, 01:35 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 31,841
Posted By ByronR
Thank you. Well said.

Thank you. Well said.
Forum: Events 01-08-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 31,841
Posted By ByronR
Any suggestion re: recognition when I (we) get...

Any suggestion re: recognition when I (we) get there?
I also took the liberty to invite any interested members of the West Coast Metal Shapers site to show up See ...
Forum: General Discussion 01-06-2012, 03:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,161
Posted By ByronR
Brazed joint on Bentley

Just watched a Comcast (Xfinity) on demand program presented by National Geographic (Nat Geo) documenting the construction of the Bentley Mulsanne. (Path is, On Demand>HD On Demand>History &...
Forum: Events 01-05-2012, 11:28 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 31,841
Posted By ByronR
I should be able to be there (barring a one...

I should be able to be there (barring a one possible circumstance). Looking forward to solving all my metal shaping problems.:lol:
Forum: Automotive Projects 01-04-2012, 05:05 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 52,461
Posted By ByronR
A worthy project from an outstanding craftsman...

A worthy project from an outstanding craftsman and teacher. Congratulations David.
Forum: Resources - Learning Material 12-21-2011, 09:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,407
Posted By ByronR
Think I'll stay here! :)

Think I'll stay here! :)
Forum: Resources - Learning Material 12-21-2011, 02:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,407
Posted By ByronR
I guess I could have (should have) expected...

I guess I could have (should have) expected comments such as those above. I just wish the tone of the dissent wouldn’t exhibit so much vitriol. Been guilty of that myself and I think it just stifles...
Forum: Resources - Learning Material 12-18-2011, 11:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,407
Posted By ByronR
Great Overview of tools and techniques

While I am no more than a novice when it comes to metal shaping, I have amassed a pretty fair collection of books on this subject in the hope that the more I read the better I’ll get. I’ve collected...
Forum: Resources - Learning Material 12-08-2011, 06:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,811
Posted By ByronR
Another very "old school" resource

Here is another very informative PDF download of basic machines and techniques. The Wheeling, Beading, and Swaging is particularly interesting ...
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